About Harby

Harby is a small village located in Nottinghamshire, England, within the NG23 postcode area. The village is primarily residential, featuring a mix of traditional and modern houses. It is surrounded by open countryside, which provides opportunities for walking and enjoying the natural environment. Harby has a local primary school, catering to the educational needs of families in the area. The village is served by basic amenities, including a village hall and a few local shops, which contribute to the community spirit. Nearby towns such as Newark-on-Trent offer additional facilities and services. Harby is well-connected by road, making it accessible for those commuting to larger urban areas while retaining its village atmosphere.

School Ratings in Harby

Harby is served by 30 schools. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Harby

Property prices average £380K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £404K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Harby

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Burglary accounts for the highest share in Harby, with 3 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Harby

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Harby falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels across the area tend to be higher than the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Harby

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Harby, though coverage is not uniform. 4G mobile signal is available in most areas, with 5G access more limited. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 2,813 sales

Average Price £380K
£5K — £7M
Detached £404K 1,757
Semi £248K 624
Terraced £206K 200
Flat £198K 31

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

19 Primary
3 Secondary
8 Other
Queen Eleanor Primary School Primary 0.5 miles Eagle Community Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 2 miles North Scarle Primary School Primary 2.8 miles Skellingthorpe the Holt Primary School Primary Good 3 miles St Lawrence Church of England Primary School Primary Good 3.3 miles St Hugh's Catholic Primary, A Voluntary Academy Primary 3.4 miles Saxilby Church of England Primary School Primary Good 3.4 miles Leslie Manser Primary School Primary Good 3.4 miles The Kingsdown Nursery School, Lincoln Nursery Good 3.4 miles Fortuna School 3.4 miles North Clifton Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 3.4 miles Newton-on-Trent CofE Primary School Primary Good 3.6 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Harby IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Harby in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
7/10
Income
8/10
Employment
7/10
Education
7/10
Health
7/10
Housing
2/10
Living Environment
4/10
5,257 Children (0-15) 15%
19,844 Working Age 57%
12,753 Older (60+) 37%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 20.6% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 9.5% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Harby 21 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Harby falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Violence & sexual offences tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring small town.

7 Violence & Sexual Offences
3 Burglary
3 Other Crime
2 Anti-Social Behaviour
2 Criminal Damage & Arson
2 Other Theft
1 Bicycle Theft
1 Theft from Person
Local Policing
Nottinghamshire Collingham, Winthorpe and Villages Visit force website →
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 5 stations

Saxilby Train Station 3.2 miles
Swinderby Train Station 4 miles
Hykeham Train Station 4.3 miles
Collingham Train Station 6.1 miles
Lincoln Train Station 6.3 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Wigsley 0.6 miles Swinethorpe 0.6 miles Thorney 1.8 miles Doddington 1.9 miles Eagle 1.9 miles Spalford 2.6 miles Whisby 2.6 miles Broadholme 2.8 miles South Clifton 3.1 miles North Scarle 3.1 miles Skellingthorpe 3.2 miles Eagle Barnsdale 3.2 miles

Local Government

District South Kesteven
County Lincolnshire
Ward Viking
Constituency Sleaford and North Hykeham
Parish Claypole
Region East Midlands

Streets in NG23 30 shown View all streets

A1 4 A46 5 A617 6 Acklands Lane 1 Alexandra Close 1 Allen Close 1 Allen Road 1 Amen Corner 1 Amos Lane 1 Ayrshire Way 2 B6325 1 Back Lane 5 Back Street 1 Baker's Lane 2 Baptist Lane 1 Barnby Lane 2 Barrel Hill Road 3 Bathley Lane 5 Baxter Lane 1 Bell Close 1 Bell Lane 2 Bennington Close 1 Bennington Lane 1 Besthorpe Road 2 Birkland Lane 1 Blackbourn Close 1 Blacksmith Lane 2 Braemer Road 2 Bramble Close 1 Brammersack Close 1

Postcodes in NG23 50 shown View all postcodes

NG23 5AA NG23 5AB NG23 5AD NG23 5AE NG23 5AF NG23 5AG NG23 5AH NG23 5AJ NG23 5AL NG23 5AP NG23 5AQ NG23 5AR NG23 5AS NG23 5AT NG23 5AU NG23 5AW NG23 5AX NG23 5AY NG23 5AZ NG23 5BA NG23 5BB NG23 5BD NG23 5BE NG23 5BF NG23 5BG NG23 5BH NG23 5BJ NG23 5BL NG23 5BN NG23 5BP NG23 5BQ NG23 5BS NG23 5BT NG23 5BU NG23 5BW NG23 5BX NG23 5BY NG23 5BZ NG23 5DA NG23 5DB NG23 5DD NG23 5DE NG23 5DF NG23 5DG NG23 5DH NG23 5DJ NG23 5DL NG23 5DN NG23 5DP NG23 5DQ